The arrival of the British First Fleet in Port Jackson was a significant moment in the colonization of Australia. Commanded by Captain Arthur Phillip, the fleet set sail from England in May 1787 and after a long journey, arrived at the pristine shores of what is now Sydney Harbour in January of the following year. The fleet consisted of 11 ships, including the famous HMS Sirius, and transported over 700 convicts, along with their guards and supplies needed to establish a new colony. This endeavor was primarily initiated due to Britain's need to alleviate overcrowding in its prisons, as well as a desire to expand its territories and establish a foothold in the Pacific region.Upon their arrival, the members of the First Fleet encountered the Indigenous Peoples of the area, who had lived in harmony with the land for tens of thousands of years. Phillip's initial interactions were characterized by curiosity, diplomatic communication, and the establishment of some early forms of trade. The selection of Port Jackson was based on its favorable harbor conditions and resources that would support the new settlement. The colonization plans included land clearance, agriculture, and the establishment of a law-abiding community. Under Phillip's leadership, the newly formed settlement was aimed at not just survival but the aspiration of creating a thriving colony that would follow British interests in the region and beyond.